Published at Thursday, 19 September 2019. Backyard. By Jolie Trépanier.

In vegetables the choices are also limitless. An artichoke shrub can grow huge with the right care and provide more outstanding artichokes than you can eat. They are beautiful plants that fit into any backyard landscaping or even as specimen plants in the front yard. Asparagus roots are a must order for any shady woodsy area of your backyard landscaping. The fine lacey fronds are beautiful all season. Homegrown asparagus is unbeatable for taste and freshness. Be sure and buy at least 2 year roots so you don’t have to wait two years for a taste treat. Every spring add a good top coating of rich compost and some manure to ensure huge yields.

Due to unpredictable weather, it would also be wise to install a party tent. This is to avoid having your guests drenched in rain just in case there is a sudden downpour. But if your backyard has a patio or a covered deck, then the party tent will not be necessary. Backyard parties are usually done late in the afternoon. Due to this, you might want to add some lighting to your backyard. You want your guests or visitors to be comfortable while eating.

Add Some Water: For those of you who live in a landlocked area, bodies of water might not exactly be a hop, skip, and a jump away. Instead of longing for an ocean or a lake, bring a mini-version to you by putting in a fountain or a pond. A fountain or a pond can enhance your backyard, giving it a watery essence it wouldn’t otherwise have. These might not be much like the ocean – they won’t allow you to snorkel or surf – but, look on the bright side: you won’t have to worry about sharks.